This geologic guide notes the history of exploration in the Wrangell-Saint Elias region of Alaska, describes the geology, characterizes the gold and copper resources and their development, and presents geology-oriented sketches of outstanding places in Wrangell-Saint Elias National Park and Preserve. It is useful for everyone from geologists to tourists.

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